An electrifying night of music at the Pepsodent Black and White Timeline event turned briefly chaotic when award-winning Ghanaian artist Black Sherif suffered a minor injury during his performance.
Organised by Pepsodent Ghana, the event, held at the Diaspora Dome opposite Lizalex on the University of Ghana campus, attracted hundreds of excited fans who defied a heavy downpour to witness the much-anticipated performances. The night’s star-studded lineup featured two of Ghana’s finest: Sarkodie and Black Sherif.
The crowd roared as Black Sherif took the stage to perform Dreamer, a standout track off his sophomore album, Iron Boy. However, the performance took an unexpected turn when a passionate fan, popularly known as Abgovi, breached security to climb onto the stage.
Abgovi gained internet fame earlier this year when a video of him fervently singing Dreamer—even before its official release, went viral. The clip captured Black Sherif visibly touched by the fan’s energy and loyalty, and the two shared a memorable moment.
But at the Timeline event, Abgovi’s enthusiasm turned chaotic. While trying to show his love for Blacko, he was intercepted by security. In the scuffle, he clung to Black Sherif’s arm, and in a moment of resistance, accidentally struck the artist in the lip, causing Black Sherif to stumble.
Security quickly regained control and removed Abgovi from the stage. Despite the incident, Black Sherif maintained a light mood and addressed the situation with humour. In his signature street tone, he quipped:
“Abgovi, your mother!… Abgovi apae m’ano!”
(Translation: Abgovi, you’ve torn my lip!)
The crowd responded with laughter and cheers, applauding Black Sherif’s professionalism and ability to handle the situation gracefully.
Though minor, the incident is a reminder of the importance of maintaining boundaries between performers and fans to ensure everyone’s safety. This incident should not overshadow the incredible energy and support fans showed throughout the night. The Pepsodent Black and White Timeline event stands as a testament to the unifying power of music, even in the rain.
Story by: Kelvin B. Annor-Yeboah | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by: Kelvin B. Annor-Yeboah
